Sister Joanne Eneguess, MPV, 85

NORTHBOROUGH - Sister Joanne Eneguess, MPV, 85 of Northborough, a Religious Venerini Sister and teacher for more than 60 years, passed away at Beaumont of Northborough on Nov. 10. Sister Joanne was born in Marlborough, Nov. 1, 1937, a daughter of Thomas and Jennie (Lawrence) Eneguess. 
Sister Joanne entered the Religious Venerini Sisters from Immaculate Conception Parish in Marlborough on Feb. 2, 1955, and professed vows on Aug. 25, 1957. She graduated from Venerini Academy and Anna Maria College in Paxton. 
Sister Joanne, taught at St Anna School in Leominster, and at Venerini Academy in Worcester. She was principal at St. Anna’s from 1969 to 1972. Having been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in her 20s, Sister Joanne retired early and was a part-time teacher, volunteer, and worked in medical billing. She was also, provincial treasurer. Sister Joanne was very active in the MS Society and a Passionist associate. 
Sister Joanne is survived by her Religious Venerini Sisters and Associates, a sister-in-law, Judy Eneguess several cousins and many friends. She was predeceased by her parents; three brothers, Francis, Jackie, and Paul; as well as many religious sisters with whom she worked and lived.
Calling hours will be held Tuesday, Nov. 15, from 2-4 p.m. at Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel, 370 Plantation St., Worcester.  Her celebration of Christian life funeral will be held Wednesday, Nov. 16 from the funeral home, with a procession beginning at 10:20 a.m., to St. Rose of Lima Church, 244 West Main St., Northborough where her Mass will be held at 11 am.   Burial with her family will follow in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Marlborough.

The Sisters would like to thank the staff at Beaumont Nursing Home and Hospice Care Staff in Northborough for their care and dedication to Sister in her last years. Memorial contributions may be made to the Venerini Sisters Retirement Fund, 23 Edward St., Worcester 01605.